Help For Motion Sickness In Utah
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Dramamine (dimenhydrinate) is a popular go-to remedy for motion sickness. It's somewhat effective at reducing symptoms, but it's also an antihistamine. Like all antihistamines, it may cause drowsiness, dizziness and decreased mental alertness.
Scopolamine (Transderm Scop). Most commonly prescribed medication for motion sickness. You have to take it before symptoms start. It comes in patch form to put behind your ear 6 to 8 hours before travel. If the patch is left in place, effects last up to 3 days.
Lie down or close your eyes to reduce sensory conflict, and get fresh air to avoid strong smells. Remedies like ginger (tea, sweets, or capsules), acupressure wristbands, or medications can help relieve symptoms. Stay hydrated with water or clear fizzy drinks, and practice deep breathing to calm nausea.
Scopolamine (Transderm Scop). Most commonly prescribed medication for motion sickness. You have to take it before symptoms start. It comes in patch form to put behind your ear 6 to 8 hours before travel. If the patch is left in place, effects last up to 3 days.
If possible, try lying down, shutting your eyes, sleeping, or looking at the horizon. Stay hydrated by drinking water. Limit alcoholic and caffeinated beverages. Eat small amounts of food frequently.
The most frequently used antihistamines to treat motion sickness include cyclizine, dimenhydrinate, meclizine, and promethazine (oral and suppository); nonsedating antihistamines appear to be less effective.
A pharmacist can help with motion sickness You can buy remedies from pharmacies to help prevent motion sickness, including: tablets – dissolvable tablets are available for children. patches – can be used by adults and children over 10.
Scopolamine is currently only available via prescription. This means that a licensed health care provider must authorize the use of this medication. If you are looking for a prescription, providers on Sesame can write a prescription–or refill an existing one–during a virtual or in-person visit.
A ginger supplement combined with ginger snaps, ginger ale or candied ginger might help curb nausea. Eat lightly. Some people find that nibbling on plain crackers and sipping cold water or a carbonated drink without caffeine help.
Many people turn to natural remedies to manage motion sickness. Research shows that ginger and chamomile, as a tea or other beverage or in a hard candy, can help fend off nausea. Some people swear by anti-nausea wristbands, which trigger an acupuncture pressure point and are widely available over the counter.
